Rapidity is the essence of war.

Perfection in war lies in so sapping your opponents will that he surrenders without fighting.

The general who advances without coveting fame and retreats without fearing disgrace, whose only thought is to protect his country and do good service for his sovereign, is the jewel of the kingdom.

The control of large numbers is possible, and like unto that of small numbers, if we subdivide them.

A wise general makes a point of foraging of the enemy.

When he pretends to flee, do not pursue.

If you know neither the enemy nor yourself, you will succumb in every battle